The Fresh Bunch
The Fresh Bunch (formerly '2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers') is your all-access pass into the wild and wonderful world of flowers. Hosted by Michael Black, Mimi Pacheco, Ryan Black, and producer, Joel, keeping us sounding fresh—we bring you unfiltered conversations about the good, the bad, and the ugly of the floral industry’s trends, challenges, and characters. From flower fails to petal-powered success stories, each episode blends laughs, insights, and special guests from all corners of the flower world. It’s part podcast, part therapy, and all fresh—welcome to The Fresh Bunch - a Jet Fresh Flowers podcast.
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Ep. 219 - Let's Talk Legacy
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This week on The Fresh Bunch, we're exploring the powerful topic of Legacy.
In light of the recent loss felt throughout the floral industry & Ortega family, we invited several friends and industry leaders to share their perspectives, experiences, and reflections.
Willie Armellini opens up about the unique pressures and responsibilities that come with being part of a legacy family. Cameron Pappas of Norton's shares his thoughts on navigating grief while continuing to lead and support others. Together, we discuss the significance of floral tributes—the responsibility they carry and the comfort they can provide during life's most difficult moments.
We also feature a short but heartfelt interview between the mother-and-daughter team behind The Flower Clique, who interview each other about personal legacy, family, and the impact we leave on those we love.
It's an insightful, emotional, and deeply human episode that serves as a reminder of the importance of sharing our thoughts, stories, and feelings with the people who matter most.
Join us for this meaningful conversation on The Fresh Bunch.